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Things to Do in Greenway, Houston

Greenway Plaza is a business district known for its modernist architecture and green spaces, considered a pioneering example of mixed-use development. It contains Lakewood Church, formerly The Summit and Compaq Center, and is near Upper Kirby.

Greenway Plaza is a business district known for its modernist architecture and green spaces, considered a pioneering example of mixed-use development. It contains Lakewood Church, formerly The Summit and Compaq Center, and is near Upper Kirby.

  • The Hobbit CaféThe Hobbit CaféCoffee Shop
  • McGonigel's Mucky DuckMcGonigel's Mucky DuckLive Music
  • Trader Joe'sTrader Joe'sCheese Shop
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By TripSapien · Updated September 9, 2026

Top things to do in Greenway

  • Trader Joe's in Greenway, Houston

    Trader Joe's

    4.7 · 4.3k
    Cheese Shop

    Grocery chain with a variety of signature items, plus produce, dairy & more (most sell wine & beer).

    Every day
    8 AM – 9 PM
  • Jewelry Bankers in Greenway, Houston

    Jewelry Bankers

    4.9 · 628
    Flea Market
    Mon–Fri
    10 AM – 6 PM
    Sat
    11 AM – 3 PM
    Sun
    Closed
  • Central Market in Greenway, Houston

    Central Market

    4.6 · 5.6k
    Market

    Gourmet veggies, meats & wine, plus an in-house cafe, food events & live music in a vast space.

    Every day
    8 AM – 10 PM
  • Dessert Gallery Bakery & Cafe in Greenway, Houston

    Dessert Gallery Bakery & Cafe

    4.3 · 2.4k
    Chocolate Shop

    Cozy cafe offering cake by the slice, dipped cookies, brownies & more along with boxed lunches.

    Mon–Thu
    11 AM – 10 PM
    Fri
    11 AM – 12 AM
    Sat
    11 AM – 12 AM
    Sun
    12 PM – 10 PM
  • Cactus Music in Greenway, Houston

    Cactus Music

    4.6 · 1.4k
    Record Store

    Huge emporium for rare vinyl albums & used DVDs, records & CDs hosts local music performances too.

    Mon–Thu
    10 AM – 7 PM
    Fri
    10 AM – 8 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 8 PM
    Sun
    12 PM – 7 PM
  • Third Planet Sci-Fi Superstore in Greenway, Houston

    Third Planet Sci-Fi Superstore

    4.6 · 1.1k
    Bookstore

    Veteran 8,000-sq.-ft. shop with a vast array of comics, fantasy & sci-fi books, toys & collectibles.

    Mon–Fri
    10 AM – 7 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 7 PM
    Sun
    12 PM – 6 PM
  • Urban Harvest Farmers Market in Greenway, Houston

    Urban Harvest Farmers Market

    4.7 · 893
    Market

    Bustling site offering local vegetables, fruits, prepared foods, dairy products, flowers & plants.

    Mon–Fri
    Closed
    Sat
    8 AM – 12 PM
    Sun
    Closed

Where to eat & drink in Greenway

  • The Hobbit Café in Greenway, Houston

    The Hobbit Café

    4.5 · 4.5k
    Coffee Shop· $$

    A taste of Middle Earth, in the middle of the Bayou City.

    Mon–Thu
    11 AM – 9 PM
    Fri
    11 AM – 10 PM
    Sat
    11 AM – 10 PM
    Sun
    11 AM – 9 PM
  • McGonigel's Mucky Duck in Greenway, Houston

    McGonigel's Mucky Duck

    4.7 · 1.1k
    Live Music

    Modern pub/concert venue featuring diverse acts (from rock to country), beer, wine & eclectic bites.

    Mon
    11 AM – 9:30 PM
    Tue–Wed
    11 AM – 11 PM
    Thu–Fri
    11 AM – 12 AM
    Sat
    11 AM – 12 AM
    Sun
    Closed
  • The Davenport in Greenway, Houston

    The Davenport

    4.4 · 1.9k
    Lounge· $10–40

    Stylish lounge features 30+ specialty martinis, cocktails & regular DJ nights in a modern interior.

    Every day
    2 PM – 2 AM
  • Confessions in Greenway, Houston

    Confessions

    4.8 · 8.4k
    American· $50–100
    Mon–Thu
    4 PM – 12 AM
    Fri
    4 PM – 2 AM
    Sat
    11 AM – 2 AM
    Sun
    11 AM – 12 AM
  • House of Pies in Greenway, Houston

    House of Pies

    4.4 · 6.5k
    Bakery· $10–20

    Classic 24-hour American diner serving burgers, salads, sandwiches, breakfast fare & homemade pies.

    Every day
    12 AM – 12 AM
  • Kirby Ice House in Greenway, Houston

    Kirby Ice House

    4.4 · 2.8k
    Bar· $20–30

    Sleek, expansive bar serving local beers, cocktails & wine with a big backyard & food trucks.

    Mon–Fri
    2 PM – 2 AM
    Sat
    11 AM – 2 AM
    Sun
    11 AM – 2 AM
  • Anonymous Cafe in Greenway, Houston

    Anonymous Cafe

    4.7 · 885
    Café & Bakery· $20–30

    Chill, intimate hub serving casual Greek & American fare plus Italian coffee & pastries.

    Mon–Fri
    8 AM – 7 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 7 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 4 PM
  • Ruggles Black in Greenway, Houston

    Ruggles Black

    4.7 · 4.2k
    American· $30–80

    Indian flavors meet French-American cuisine while Paleo options abound at this casually chic eatery.

    Mon–Thu
    11 AM – 10 PM
    Fri
    11 AM – 11 PM
    Sat
    11 AM – 11 PM
    Sun
    Closed
  • The Cellar Bar in Greenway, Houston

    The Cellar Bar

    4.6 · 849
    Bar· $10–20

    Local haunt for watching football, drinking adult beverages & playing games of pool & foosball.

    Every day
    2 PM – 2 AM

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Map of Greenway with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1The Hobbit Café
  2. 2McGonigel's Mucky Duck
  3. 3Trader Joe's
  4. 4Jewelry Bankers
  5. 5The Davenport
  6. 6Central Market
  7. 7Dessert Gallery Bakery & Cafe
  8. 8Cactus Music
  9. 9Confessions
  10. 10House of Pies

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